Chateau La Gaffeliere
Clos La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022
| Denomination | AOC Saint-Emilion Grand Cru |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc |
| Aging | Aged for 13 months in barrels. |
- Designation and origin: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru PDO, Bordeaux, France; 2022 vintage
- Varietal composition: Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Franc (20%) for balance and refinement
- Vinification and ageing: temperature-controlled stainless steel; 13 months in barrels
- Aromatic profile: cherry, plum, black fruits, tobacco, cedar and sweet spices
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour, serve at 18°C; suitable for red meats and game
Description
Type of wine
The Clos La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru from Château La Gaffelière is a red wine with a protected designation of origin from Bordeaux, crafted from a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. It has a ruby colour and aromas of cherry, plum and tobacco. On the palate, it is deep, with very fine tannins and a pleasant fruity freshness. It is excellent when served decanted alongside red meats, poultry and stewed game.
Origin
It originates in the territory of Saint-Émilion, produced by the Château La Gaffelière winery, whose viticultural roots date back to 1705. The vineyards sit on a limestone plateau and clay-limestone slopes, giving the wine balance and a precise flavour profile. Agricultural management respects the ecosystem through permanent grass cover and mechanical weeding, promoting high biodiversity.
Production
In the vineyard, manual intervention is used to ensure the well-being of the plants. In the cellar, the grapes are transferred by gravity into stainless steel vats, with fermentation at a controlled temperature to preserve primary aromas. This is followed by 13 months of ageing in barrels to integrate the structure with notes of oak and spice. The result is a complex red, capable of excellent bottle evolution for ten years.
History and Interesting Facts
The origins of the Clos La Gaffelière estate date back to the Gallo-Roman era, bearing witness to an uninterrupted dedication to viticulture since 1705. The 2022 vintage combines this glorious heritage with a sustainable approach: the vineyards are enhanced through environmentally friendly agricultural practices, which exclude the use of herbicides in favour of mechanical weeding and natural grass cover. Every manual task, entrusted to local labour, preserves the authenticity and rich biodiversity of a truly unique ecosystem.
Awards
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2022
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
| Name | Chateau La Gaffeliere Clos La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Saint-Emilion AOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau La Gaffeliere |
| Story | History and Interesting Facts The origins of the Clos La Gaffelière estate date back to the Gallo-Roman era, bearing witness to an uninterrupted dedication to viticulture since 1705. The 2022 vintage combines this glorious heritage with a sustainable approach: the vineyards are enhanced through environmentally friendly agricultural practices, which exclude the use of herbicides in favour of mechanical weeding and natural grass cover. Every manual task, entrusted to local labour, preserves the authenticity and rich biodiversity of a truly unique ecosystem. |
| Origin | Saint-Émilion (France) |
| Soil composition | Limestone plateau, clay-limestone hill slopes, more siliceous at the foot of the slopes. |
| Cultivation system | Double Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 9,600 plants per hectare |
| Harvest | From 1 to 8 October |
| Production technique | Vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, filled by gravity; ageing for 13 months in barrels. |
| Wine making | In temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, filled by gravity. |
| Aging | Aged for 13 months in barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |